Looking ahead

It’s almost the end of school and the days are getting warmer — or, at least, slightly less rainy — so it’s time to take a glance at some events and activities to look forward to in the months ahead.

· Memorial Day is this weekend, and it’s arguably the biggest event the town holds each year. This one looks to be just as promising, with the parade starting at 9 a.m. on Monday, moving through the center of town and up to the adjacent cemetery across the street from Town Hall, where speeches and patriotic ceremonies are planned in honor of those from Reading who gave their lives while in the service.

Later that day, there are more activities, as the Joshua Eaton Elementary School celebrates the 250th birthday of its namesake, Revolutionary War minuteman Joshua Eaton.

· The rededication of Reading Memorial High School will take place 9 a.m. on June 9. This will honor not just the high school’s new look as its rebuild is in its final phase, but it will also be a look back at the school’s history as a whole, as this date will also be the 50th anniversary of the dedication of the original high school.

· Reading’s annual Friends and Family Day is set for June 30, sponsored by the Reading Lions Club. As always, this looks to be a day filled with fun activities, as well as an opportunity to learn all about various groups and organizations around town.

· The redevelopment of Reading’s downtown, with traffic- and parking-friendly improvements, is also on the horizon. Perhaps some people aren’t looking forward to navigating around large construction when driving through downtown, but try to remember that the final project will be a vast improvement. And be sure to continue supporting downtown businesses, which will remain open during the construction.

So, in the weeks ahead, don’t just sit inside with the air conditioner cranked up watching TV reruns. Get out and enjoy some of what Reading has to offer.